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This Saturday: Bristol Pride!
Join Bristol this Saturday in celebrating the LGBTQ+ community
Bristol Pride Day commences with the fantastic Pride Parade March from Castle Park at 10.45am, followed by a huge festival on The Downs.
The Pride Festival this year will be headlined by Scissor Sister's Jake Sheers, with Nadine Coyle, Natalie Imbruglia, and Lisa Scott Lee also performing.
The day ends with multiple after parties at the O2 Academy, Basement 45, Motion, Lost Horizon, Lakota, and more!
To find out more about Bristol Pride, head to bristolpride.co.uk
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OUR JULY ISSUE IS OUT!
Featuring pieces on Bristol's best artists and exhibitions, city news, and guides on all the best things to do this month, you're sure to find something to get your teeth into.
15,000 copies are delivered door to door, and you can pick up a copy at many places around town – including our stands at Waitrose, John Lewis, House of Fraser and Harvey Nichols.
Read the digital version of our current issue here!
And if you would like to have a copy sent in the post every month, then we offer a postal subscription for just £33 for 12 issues, £18 for six issues or buy a copy for just £4.25. UK mainland prices. For Euro and World zone subscription prices – see our website.
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WEEKEND RECIPES | SPICY AND SUCCULENT
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Words by Melissa Blease
Chipotle Chicken Burgers with Sweetcorn Fritters and Guacamole
Succulent, spicy chicken fillets, cheesy sweetcorn fritters and smoky guacamole in a towering burger – what’s not to love? If you really want to push the burger boat out, might I suggest a portion of fries on the side...
Ingredients (serves 2) 2 free range chicken breast fillets 1 tsp chipotle paste The juice of ½ lime
For the guacamole: 1 large, ripe avocado 1 finely-sliced tomato 1 peeled, finely-chopped spring onion The juice of ½ lime Tabasco Sauce
For the fritters 1 large, free-range egg 1 heaped tbsp plain flour 2 tbsp milk 100g fresh, canned or defrosted frozen sweetcorn kernels 30g mature cheddar cheese, grated 1 tbsp jalapeños (from a jar), chopped 2 spring onions, peeled and finely-sliced 1 large pepper, deseeded and sliced horizontally into 4 thick rings
To serve 2 burger buns, sliced (brioche works well here) 1 beef tomato, sliced
Method Put the chicken breast between two pieces of cling film and bash with a rolling pin until about 1cm thick. Mix the chipotle paste with half the lime juice (reserving the rest for the guacamole) and spread over the chicken. Set to one side.
To make the guacamole, mash the avocado with the remaining lime juice. Add the finely-chopped tomato, finely-chopped spring onion, a dash of Tabasco and a pinch of salt and set to one side.
Whisk the egg, flour and milk together to create a smooth batter. Fold the sweetcorn kernels, cheese, finely-chopped spring onions, jalapeños and a pinch of salt and pepper into the mixture and set to one side.
Toast or griddle the burger buns and set to one side, ready for filling. Heat a large, non-stick frying pan over a medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. When hot, cook the chicken for around 3 minutes on each side until cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
Wipe the frying pan out with kitchen paper, return to the heat and add another drizzle of olive oil. Put the pepper rings into the pan and fill each one with the fritter batter, overfilling them slightly. Fry for 3 minutes, flip, and fry for a further 3 minutes until the fritter batter has set and started to turn golden.
To assemble, spread the base of each burger bun with the guacamole, then top with the chicken, fritters and slices of beef tomato. Tuck in!
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WEEKEND WINE | A TASTE OF PORTUGAL
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Discover the purity and balance of Portuguese wines
Whilst the Vinho Verde may be the most popular of the Portuguese wines- and for good reason, as we were tempted to do an entire feature on Vinho Verde alone- Portuguese vineyards in fact produce a breadth of unique wines that often go overlooked. The specificity of their produce and refusal to adopt international varieties makes for a selection of wines that defy imitation and carry an unwavering sense of place.
Vinho Branco - Artolas This light and refreshing white has a nose of tropical fruit and citrus notes, with emphasis on the passionfruit character. The palate is bright with mineral notes and has a long, lemony finish- perfect for a party | £7.77
QL Flowers Vinho Verde - Quinta da Lixa A Portuguese wine list isn't complete without a Vinho Verde. This wine has aromas of apple and grapefruit alongside herbal notes. The palate is medium-bodied and refreshing, with the classic touch of spritz and a dry but fresh finish | £8.75
Douro Rosé - Quinta Do Crasto Our pick for a Portuguese rosé is bright salmon in colour, with attractive notes of wild berry fruit nicely combined with elegant floral hints. The wine delivers great aromatic freshness, and is engaging and balanced | £11.95
O Oenólogo Encruzado - Casa da Passarella This white is slightly deeper than the classic Vinho Verde, but maintains fresh, bright, citrus aromas on the nose. It has a certain stony weight on the palate with minerals and a touch saline on the finish | £29.50
Selecta Reserva - Quinta Da Plansel Our first red is well matured and dark garnet in colour with floral notes reminiscent of violets and orange blossom. Wild dark fruits with a hint of spice on the palate | £13.87
Duoro Old Vines Reserva - Quinta Do Crasto
Hugely complex, this wine is lively and juicy, yet with intriguing nuances of spices, Mediterranean herbs, olives and well-integrated oak. Though irresistible now, this wine has the balance to gain even more complexity with time | £28.33
Great Wine Co. is currently offering 25% off Spanish and Portuguese wines! To shop, head to greatwine.co.uk
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FASHION | SUN-SOAKED SEASHELLS
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Larissa Organic Cotton Shirt | £45.95
The shell-collecting print Larissa shirt was designed by Lucy Sheldrake, starting out as a collection of shells picked up on walks along Cornish beaches. She drew each shell individually, using fine liner and pencil to capture their tiny, tide-worn details, producing this beautiful, versatile, sun-soaked design.
The shirt is a marked year-round favourite, and the crinkled texture means that no ironing is required- just wash, give it a twist, and leave it to dry.
Visit seasaltcornwall.com to shop
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MAKEUP | COLOUR CODES BY CHANEL
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Les Pinceaux de Chanel | £144 |
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Collection of three essential brushes
A set of three essential brushes in a leather case you can take everywhere with you. Includes a foundation brush, a blush brush, and an eye brush.
The set is available for a limited time in 9 CHANEL makeup shades, colours that have become codes.
Visit chanel.com to shop
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Miroir Double Facettes | £40 |
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Mirror duo
A mirror duo featuring a regular mirror and a magnifying mirror. An ultra-slim accessory you can take everywhere, for precise makeup touches whenever.
This mirror is available in nine CHANEL makeup shades, colours that have become codes.
Visit chanel.com to shop
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SHOP | DELICIOUS GIN IN COLOURFUL TINS
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Gin in a Tin
100% natural, 40% ABV London Dry Gin blended with seasonal botanicals making the range of Gin In A Tin products unique and quite special.
Each different gin comes in an eye-catching block-coloured tin for you to collect as part of our range of craft gins.
There is a gin for everybody! From refreshing citrus and floral hues to warm spices and earthy tones… What’s more they can be posted through a regular letterbox for a great gift idea.
Follow us on social media for a chance to win your very own Gin in a Tin in next week's competition! Instagram: @thebristolmag Twitter: @thebristolmag
To find out more and go shopping - click here to visit the gininatin.co.uk website
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OBJECTS | ELEGANCE IN NEW HUES
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The new Breitling Chronomat 32mm
Stylish yet elegant, the modern-retro inspired Chronomat 32 is a versatile sporty and chic watch for any occasion.
With a new range of dial colours, Chronomat 32is available in an array of metal case options, from cool stainless steel, to ‘goes-with-everything’ bicolour, or even a luxurious 18k red gold.
And for those craving extra sparkle - upgrade to a diamond-set bezel, markers, and colourful dials - shown here a mint green baton and diamond dial watch (£3,950) and a pink baton and diamond dial watch also priced at £3,950.
Featuring Breitling’s iconic and comfortable “Rouleaux” bracelet with a butterfly clasp, the Chronomat 32 is powered by the Breitling Caliber 77, a COSC-certified SuperQuartz™ chronometer, water resistant to 100 metres.
See more of the new range of Breitling watches at Mallory
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THE MAGAZINE KIOSK | MAGALLERIA
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Curated by Daniel McCabe
Real Review is a DL-shaped, fold-out, not-for-profit culture magazine that describes itself as ‘a perpetual attempt at describing reality as it might actually exist, and reality as we experience it.’ Each issue tracks a zeitgeist topic through the context of a ‘current mood’ by employing a diverse range of informed, opinionated and fairly high profile contributors. Issue 14 looks at the internet, a place in which we apparently we spend a third of lives and where we are ‘not social beings but commodified identities’, and speculates what comes after digital [life]? | £12
store.magalleria.co.uk
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COUNTRY SHOW | BEST OF THE SOUTH WEST
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South Gloucestershire Show
The South Gloucestershire Show is returning to The South Glos Show Showground on 5 and 6 August.
The main arena is at the very heart of the show and is full of lots of exciting spectacles including equestrian stunt riding, sheep dog displays and beautiful birds of prey. Clarkson's Farm star Kaleb Cooper will be making an appearance and visitors can see a top-notch lineup of the best local bands on the music stage. Enjoy a motor zone, country fair, yoga and meditation classes, a kids zone and much more.
The South Glos Show Showground, Westerleigh Road, Bristol BS37 8QZ Book your tickets at southglosshow.co.uk
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SUMMER FUN | SS GREAT BRITAIN
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SS Great Britain's 180th Birthday
Join Brunel's SS Great Britain as they celebrate the ship's 180th birthday this summer. The SS Great Britain was launched right in the centre of Bristol in 1843 and, since her homecoming in 1970, she has been restored to her former glory as the world's first great ocean liner as well as one of Bristol's best days out for families.
Explore the cabins, engine room, and galley on board, climb the rigging with Go Aloft! and take part in a special family food trail from 19 July onwards, following in the footsteps of the chef's cook.
Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Rd, Bristol BS1 6TY Visit ssgreatbritain.org for more information
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THEATRE | MUSIC AND STORYTELLING
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The Snail and the Whale
From 14 - 16 July, Tall Stories will be presenting an amazing story of an adventurous young girl and her seafaring father as they reimagine the story of a tiny snail's incredible trip around the world, inspired by Julia Donaldson and Alex Scheffler's much loved picture book.
Longing to see the world. a tiny sea snail hitches a lift on the tail of a great big, grey-blue humpback whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, brought vividly to life through live music, storytelling and lots of laughs - but when the whale gets beached, how will the snail save him?
14 - 16 July | Redgrave Theatre, Percival Road, Clifton, BS8 3LE For more information and to book tickets, visit redgravetheatre.com
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ART | STORYTELLING TEXTILES
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Threads: Breathing Stories into Materials at the Arnolfini
Opening weekend - 8 July
Arnolfini welcomes you to discover Threads, a major exhibition featuring 21 contemporary international artists and makers, who use textiles as their chosen medium.
Celebrating material and making, these artists use the storytelling power of textiles to connect with past traditions, find commonalities between cultures, time and place, and to ‘breathe stories into materials’.
Threads encompasses processes of weaving and spinning, rug-making, stitching and embroidery, print, knit, threading, mending and found materials, with materials and techniques handed down, reused and reinvented.
8 July - 1 October | Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA To discover more, visit arnolfini.org.uk
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• PROPERTY AND INTERIORS •
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PROPERTY | RETIREMENT LIVING PLUS
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Property 20, The Pottery, Kenn Road, Clevedon, BS21 6GA
Offered for sale by McCarthy Stone
This spectacular 2 bedroom apartment in Clevedon, North Somerset is part of The Pottery development from McCarthy Stone.
The private retirement property is located on the first floor, is low maintenance and contains extra safety features.
The spacious living room is light with neutral décor, creating a stunning and serene space, whilst also providing ample room for personal touches.
Luxury and comfort is at the core of the bedrooms. The spaces provide generous storage with either a walk-in wardrobe or fitted wardrobe in the main bedroom.
The modern kitchen comes with a range of appliances, including waist height oven, ceramic hob and integral fridge/freezer. Everything is laid out to make cooking and cleaning as effortless as possible.
£390,000 leasehold | Purchase the property in July and get your service fee paid for two years
Click here to visit the McCarthy Stone website and find out more
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